Laughter kills fear, and without fear there can be no faith. For without fear of the devil there is no need for God.

I met my wife through playing golf. She is French and couldn't speak English and I couldn't speak French, so there was little chance of us getting involved in any boring conversations - that's why we got married really quickly.

The media already attempts to assassinate my character in Scotland when I'm there, so my position is much more effective if I'm outside Scotland and am part of the voice of what the Scottish National Party is about.

I'm an actor - it's not brain surgery. If I do my job right, people won't ask for their money back.

I find if I just sit down and think, a solution presents itself.

I've always been hopeful about Scotland's prospects. And I now believe more than ever that Scotland is within touching distance of achieving independence and equality.

There's always a new challenge to keep you motivated.